Description
This creamy beef and rice casserole is a comforting dish that combines ground beef, rice, and a mixture of creamy soups, all topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (do not drain)
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- Optional: green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the ground beef and onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onions until the beef is no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat.
- Season the beef: Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the cooked beef. Stir to coat the meat evenly in those savory spices.
- Mix the base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes (with their juice), milk, and cooked rice. Stir until well combined.
- Combine: Add the seasoned beef to the bowl with the soup and rice mixture. Mix well.
- Layer in the cheese: Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Pour the entire mixture into your prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Top and bake: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese evenly on top. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly around the edges.
- Garnish and serve: Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg